However, we hope for the soon return of a player who is sorely missed in Hansi Flick.
Before the trip to Belgium to face Club Bruges in the Champions League, Andreas Christensen was to receive the green light to play again. Unfortunately, the Danish defender was injured in training and had to leave the session prematurely, leaving his participation in doubt. He thus joins the list of six absentees, alongside Pedri, Gavi, Raphinha, Joan Garcia and Marc-André ter Stegen.
Optimism reigns at FC Barcelona regarding the return of Raphinha.
However, Sport reports that an early return for Raphinha is possible. Initially scheduled for the Clasico two weeks ago, he was tested by the technical staff, who obtained negative results. Subsequently, Raphinha reportedly relapsed and was expected to be out at least until after the international break. Initially scheduled for three weeks, the Brazilian’s absence now extends to six weeks.
We now hope to see him play again this weekend. If he will miss the trip to Bruges, Raphinha could be available for a few minutes against Celta Vigo at Balaídos on Sunday. Flick could, however, choose not to use it as a precaution, given the numerous chronic injuries that have affected the team this season.
The absence of Raphinha is cruelly felt for Hansi Flick.
The FC Barcelona coach has repeatedly stressed how much his team is suffering from the absence of Raphinha. Last season he established himself as a leader for the Blaugrana, leading the defensive pressing and being the main player in movement without the ball. In his absence, Barça turned to Marcus Rashford, who responded with goals and assists, but did not provide the same benefits to his teammates.
